Welcome to India! Day 1 DELHI Today, you will head for a guided city tour of the Old City of Shahjahanabad, founded by one of the greatest Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Your introduction to the city will be with a visit to Visit to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia built by Shahjahan. drive past the Red Fort - the magical monument in red sandstone, built at the pinnacle of the Mogul empire. End your tour with visit to Raj Ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Later in afternoon proceed for half day guided city tour of New Delhi. Visit Humayun s Tomb - the first great example of a new distinctive style, which developed to become the hallmark of the Mughal Dynasty, Lotus Temple & Qutab Minar (Tower of Victory) - built to establish the might of Islam and onset of Muslim rule in India. Later drive past the India Gate - War Memorial Arch, Rashtrapati Bhawan the President s Residence, the Parliament House the Government headquarters and other Government buildings. (Duration of the tour Approx. 3 ½ - 4 Hours) Return back to the hotel.
Day 02 DELHI - AGRA Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Later, you will be driven from Delhi to Agra (205 kms/04 ½ hours approx) enroute visiting Akbar s mausoleum at Sikandra. The sandstone and marble tomb of Akbar, the greatest of the Mughal emperors, is situated in the middle of a peaceful garden. Akbar started its construction himself, blending Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Christian motifs and styles and was completed by his son Jahangir in 1613 AD. The tomb is a splendid example of the combination of Hindu and Muslim architecture and represents Akbar's philosophy and secular outlook. Upon arrival at the hotel, check into your rooms. The city of Agra, the quintessence of the grand Mughal era, reigns to this day in the public mind as the embodiment of royal grace, imposing architecture and power. Agra is globally renowned as the city of the Taj Mahal. But this royal Mughal city has, in addition to the legendary Taj, many monuments that epitomize the high point of Mughal architecture. No tour to India can be complete without paying a visit to this erstwhile capital of the Mughals and the city of the Taj Mahal, the world's most beloved monument. With its laidback lifestyle and its immense wealth of architecture, handicrafts and jewellery, Agra is amongst the most remarkable city of the world. Later proceed for sunset visit the world renowned Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday). Referred to as one of the wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal in Agra is the epitome of tourism in India and is celebrated for its architectural magnificence and aesthetic beauty. A symphony in white marble, a tribute to eternal love, it was built by the Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. There are tombs of Mumtaz and Shahjahan within the mausoleum. Done in white marble, it took 22 years and over 20,000 workers and craftsmen to complete this rhapsody in stone (1630-52 AD). The main structure is set amidst landscaped gardens. While on three sides it is surrounded by high walls, the rear is bound by the river Yamuna.. (Duration of the tour Approx. 2 Hours)
Day 03 AGRA - JAIPUR CHECK OUT 1200 HOURS. Morning, you will be driven to Jaipur (180 Kms / approx 5 hours). On arrival proceed for check in to the hotel. The vibrant capital of Rajasthan renowned for its forts and palaces is popularly known as the Pink City because of the pink-colored buildings in its old city. An ideal base for touring the royal state, the city has the distinction of being the third jewel of India's "Golden Triangle". Its main claim to fame is that it is India's first 'planned' city built by the famous 18th century astronomer King Sawai Jai Singh II. Jaipur is not only the gateway to the state; it is also the most natural place to begin a discovery of Rajasthan's multifaceted attractions. Its beautiful buildings including the City Palace, Amer Fort and the landmark Hawa Mahal are truly worth seeing. Browsing through the markets in Jaipur, where skilled craftsmen display jewellery, paintings, carvings and colourful textiles, is an enjoyable experience for tourists. Day 04 JAIPUR After buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will visit Amber Fort with a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five-storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires. Continue on drive to the ancient capital of Amer to see the fabulous Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur city. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar s most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17 th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. Ruins and remains are spread over the Aravalli hills and sprawling crenellated walls lattice the surrounding area.. (Duration of the tour Approx. 2 Hours) In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of the Pink City, an abode of rajahs. The highlights of the tour include a visit to the City Palace Museum, which has a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes, and armory of Mughals and Rajputs including swords of different shapes and sizes with chiseled handles. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the
ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. It also has an art gallery with an excellent collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia and rare astronomical works in Arabic, Persian, Latin and Sanskrit. Proceed to the awe inspiring Jantar Mantar Observatory, a stone astrological and astronomical Observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh in the 18th century. End the tour with a rickshaw ride in the colorful bazaar of the old city.. (Duration of the tour Approx. 2 2 ½ Hours) Later, you will drive to Delhi approx 6 hrs. On Arrival, our car will drop to the Airport for onward journey END OF TOUR Our Nett rate on the basis of above programme will be: Hotel details SNO. HOTELNAME CATEGORY DESTINATION 1. CLARK SHIRAZ / SIMILIAR 4* AGRA 2. CLARK AMER / SIMILIAR 4* JAIPUR International Guest / Domestic Guest Details Price (in USD) International Guest Price (in INR) Domestic Guest Each 01 paying pax USD 750 Per Person INR 37700 Each of 02 Paying pax USD 422 Per Person INR 19500 Each of 03 Paying pax USD 455 Per Person INR 21500 Each of 04 Paying pax USD 360 Per Person INR 16000 Each of 08 Paying pax USD 318 Per Person INR 14500 Our prices include the following 03 nights accommodation at above mentioned hotels with twin sharing with daily breakfast. All transfers & sightseeing tour by using AC car. Services of English speaking local guide during sightseeing. Entrance fee at all monuments as per above program. Elephant/jeep ride at Amber fort. 01 bottle of water will be provided during the sightseeing. All currently prevailing taxes on the Hotels, transport & government service tax. Our prices DO NOT include the following: Any personal expenses - telephone calls, laundry, shopping, and table drinks etc. Any additional expenses caused by or liability for disturbance in the trip due to circumstances beyond our control such as airline & railway delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions (mechanical breakdown) and other conditions like sickness, natural disasters, wars etc.
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